Mediterranean articles

  • Russian supersonic missile boat enters Mediterranean

    NEW DELHI: As part of a scheduled drill, a Russian naval frigate fitted with Kinzhal supersonic missiles entered the Mediterranean Sea through the Suez Canal, the country's defense ministry announced on Sunday.In a statement, the ministry stated that the "Marshal Shaposhnikov" ship would keep carrying out the missions outlined in the expedition plan. It gave no specifics. (With inputs from agencies)
  • Mediterranean marine worm has developed eyes 'as big as millstones'

    Scientists are amazed at the discovery of a bristle worm with such sharp-seeing eyes that they can measure up to those of mammals and octopuses. Researchers from the University of Copenhagen and Lund University suspect that these marine worms may have a secretive language, which uses UV light only seen by their own species. The advanced vision of such a primitive creature helps to settle an epic debate about the evolution of eyes.
  • San Antonio's Arrosta reopens as 'romantic Mediterranean seafood restaurant'

    After a short hiatus, Pearl-area eatery Arrosta has reopened with a new focus: Mediterranean seafood. This is the latest revamp for the restaurant, which has switched between counter-service lunch and coffee, rotisserie meats and Italian American comfort food since its 2022 opening. Arrosta, located at 1803 Broadway, Suite 101, now offers favorites from sister establishment Allora's acclaimed coastal menu, including tuna carpaccio, hamachi crudo, flounder, snapper and bruschetta di...